2020 NORTH AMERICAN INDIGENOUS GAMES

SPORT TECHNICAL PACKAGE

2020 NORTH AMERICAN INDIGENOUS GAMES Sport Technical Package: Years of Birth Chart

The following chart contains age category and years of birth information for the 20 20 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) sport . program The sports and age categories have been previously approved by the NAIG Council eflected in May 2016 and r in the Governing Rules – Sport Program. Each sport, unless stated, will have male and female participants each allowed the corresponding number of age categories.

The Sport & Technical Committee (STC) works with national, provincial and state sport organizations to develop the sport technical packages. are Updates necessary from time to time and any changes will be shared with NAIG presentatives. Council and team re

SPORT AGE CATEGORY YEARS OF BIRTH 3-­‐D Archery 16U, 19U 2004 & later, 2001 & later Athletics 14U, 16U, 19U 2006 & later, 2004 & later, 2001 & later Badminton 16U, 19U 2004 & later, 2001& later Baseball 17U 2003 & later Basketball 14U, 16U, 19U 2006 & later, 2004 & later, 2001 & later Beach Volleyball 16U, 19U 2004 & later, 2001 & Later Canoe/Kayak 14U, 16U, 19U 2006 & later, 2004 & later, 2001 & later Box Lacrosse Male 16U, 19U 2004 & later, 2001 & Later Female 19U Golf 17U, 19U 2003 & later, 2001 & Later Rifle Shooting 16U, 19U 2004 & later, 2001 & Later Rugby 7’s 19U 2001 & later Soccer 16U, 19U 2004 & later, 2001 & later Softball 16U, 19U 2004 & later, 2001 & Later Swimming 14U, 16U, 19U 2006 & later, 2004 & later, 2001 & later Volleyball 16U, 19U 2004 & later, 2001 & Later Wrestling 19U 2001–2005

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Coaching Education Requirements for all sports

In addition to the sport specific requirements as outlined in the Sport Technical Package all coaches must have the following courses completed to be eligible for the NAIG 2020 Games.

Course name Delivery Length Delivery Link Agent Options Aboriginal Coaching NCCP 7 hours In person https://www.coach.ca/aboriginal-­‐ Modules (ACM) classroom coaching-­‐modules-­‐p158240 course Make Ethical NCCP 4 hours In person https://www.coach.ca/nccp- Decisions Module classroom make-ethical-decisions-med-- course, or s16834 Homestudy. Make Ethical NCCP 1 hour On Line https://www.coach.ca/nccp-make- Decisions on line Evaluation ethical-decisions-med--s16834 Evaluation Respect in Sport. Access 2 hours On line http://respectgroupinc.com/respect-­‐in-­‐ Activity Leader through sport/#activity-­‐leaders-­‐program PTASB. Making Headway in NCCP 1.5 hours On line https://www.coach.ca/-­‐p153487 Sport

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EVENT:

The NAIG 3-­‐D Archery Competition will consist of both male and female individual events for 16U (born 2004 & later) and 19U (born 2001 & later).

In the following Equipment Divisions: • Compound • Barebow

PARTICIPANTS:

Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter one (1) male and one (1) female athlete for each equipment division in each age category. An athlete is allowed to compete in only one category and one equipment division. Maximum number of archers per province/territory/state is 8.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit one (1) coach and one (1) manager for the entire team roster. The staff composition must have a minimum of one (1) same gender staff for both males and females (provided the team has participants of both genders).

Canada NC -­‐ CP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications, or equivalent) Head Coach/Assistant Coach

• Instruction Stream -­‐ Instructor of Beginner Archers Trained

USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific y – youth or communit – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES:

The World Archery Book 4 – Field & 3D Archery Rules will apply, unless otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

Athletes shoot two (2) rounds of twenty (20) targets per day from unmarked distances according to their age and equipment division.

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Drawing of : lots A shooting group of archers (4-­‐5) is determined by the Host Society. An adult scorer will accompany the shooting group.

OFFICIALS:

An experienced nge ra officer controls the event designated and approved by the host society. The scores are tabulated by two (2) scorers (double scoring) within the shooting group.

FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• All equipment shall comply with World Archery fined. classes de • The -­‐D 3 Archers must supply their own equipment (arrows/bow), which must comply with World Archery rules.

Equipment Divisions:

• Compound As per WA Rule 22.2 (World Archery Rules – Book 4, chapter 22), for the Compound Division, the following equipment is permitted. s All type of additional devices are permitted unless they are electric, electronic, compromise safety or create an unfair disturbance to other athletes.:

22.2.1. A Compound Bow, which -­‐ may be of a shoot through type ser, ri is one where the draw is mechanically varied by a system of pulleys or cams. The bow is braced for use by bowstring(s) attached directly to the cams, the the string nocks of bow limbs, cables or by other means as may be applicable to the design. 22.2.1.1. The peak draw weight shall not exceed 60lbs. 22.2.1.2. Cable guards are permitted. 22.2.1.3. A brace or split cables are permitted, provided tently they do not consis touch the athlete’s hand, wrist or bow arm. 22.2.1.4. A bowstring of any type which may include multiple serving/s to accommodate nocking points and include other attachments such as a lip or nose mark, a peep-­‐hole, a -­‐ peep hole ‘hold-­‐in-­‐line’ device, loop bowstring, etc. Also permitted are string silencers provided they are located er no clos than 30cm from the nocking point. 22.2.1.5. The pressure point of the arrow rest which can placed be adjustable shall no further back than 6cm (inside) from the throat of the handle (pivot point of the bow). 22.2.2. Draw check indicators, and/or audible visual may be used. 22.2.3. A bow sight attached to the bow. 22.2.3.1. Which may allow for windage adjustment as well ing, as an elevation sett and which may also incorporate a levelling device, fying and/or magni lenses and/or prisms. 22.2.3.2. The sight points may be a fibre optic chemical sight pin and/or a glowstick. The glowstick shall be encased so as not to disturb other athletes. 22.2.3.3. Multiple sight pins and peep eliminator devices d are allowed on marke courses only. 22.2.3.4. On unmarked rounds no part of the sight may be modified for the purpose of providing means for range finding. 22.2.4. A release aid may be used provided it is not attached in any way to the bow. Any type of finger protection may be used.

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22.2.5. The restrictions following shall apply: Article 22.1.7. and 7.1.; Article 22.1. Article 22.1.8.1.; Article 22.1.9. as limited by Article 22.1.9.2.; 10.1.; Article 22.1. • "Peep Elimination" sights can be used in Compound Divisions except for courses where unmarked distances are shot, and assuming such a sight does not incorporate any electric or electronic device.

• Barebow As per WA Rule 22.3 (World Archery Rules – Book 4, chapter 22), for the Barebow Division the following items are permitted:

22.3.1. A bow of any type provided it complies with the common meaning of the word bow as used in target archery, that is, an instrument ndle consisting of a ha (grip), riser (no shoot-­‐through type) and two flexible limbs each with ending in a tip a string nock. The bow is braced for use by a single string en attached directly betwe the two string nocks, and in operation is held in one hand by fingers its handle (grip) while the of the other hand draw and release the string. The bow ll as described above sha be bare except for the arrow rest and free from protrusions, sights or sight marks, marks or blemishes or laminated pieces (within the bow window d area) which coul be of use in aiming. The unbraced bow complete with permitted accessories shall be capable of passing through a hole or ring with a 12.2cm inside -­‐ diameter +/ 0.5mm. 22.3.1.1. -­‐ Multi coloured bow risers, and trademarks located of on the inside the upper and lower limb or on the riser are permitted. However, if the area within the sight window is coloured in such a way that it could be used for aiming, then it must be taped over. 22.3.1.2. Risers including a brace are permitted provided consistently the brace does not touch the athlete’s hand or wrist. 22.3.2. A bow string of any number of strands. 22.3.2.1. Which be may of different colours and of the material chosen for the purpose. It may have a centre serving to accommodate the drawing fingers, ch a nocking point to whi may be added serving(s) to fit the essary, arrow nock as nec and, to locate this point, one or two nock locators may be positioned. At each end of the bowstring there is a loop which is placed in the string nocks of the bow when braced. No lip or nose mark is permitted. The serving on the string shall not s end within the athlete’ vision at full draw. e Th bowstring shall not in any way assist aiming through the use of a peephole, marking, or any other means. 22.3.3. An arrow rest, which can be adjustable. 22.3.3.1. A moveable pressure button, pressure point be or arrow plate may all used on the bow provided they do not offer any additional aid in aiming. The pressure point may not be placed any further back than 2cm (inside) from pivot the throat of handle ( point of the bow). 22.3.4. No draw check device may be used. 22.3.5. Face and string walking are permitted. 22.3.6. stabilizers No are permitted. 22.3.6.1. Torque flight compensators fitted as part of provided the bow are permitted that they do not stabilizers have . 22.3.6.2. Weight(s) may be added to the lower part of the riser. All weights, regardless of shape, shall mount directly to the riser without rods, extensions, angular mounting connections or -­‐ shock absorbing devices. 22.3.7. Arrows of any type may ribe be used provided they subsc to the accepted principle and meaning f o the word arrow as used in target archery, do and that these arrows not cause undue damage to the targets. 22.3.7.1. An arrow consists of a shaft with a ng tip (point), nocks, fletchi and, if desired, cresting. The maximum diameter of arrow ot shafts shall n exceed 9.3mm (arrow 6 | Page 2020 NAIG Sport Technical – Package January 30 2019 FINAL Approved

wraps shall not be considered as part tion of this limita as long they do not extend further than 22cm toward the point of the arrow the when measured from throat -­‐ nock hole where the string -­‐ sits of the nock to the end ; of the wrap) the tips (points) for these arrows may have a maximum diameter arrows of 9.4mm. All of every athlete shall be marked with the athlete's name or . initials on the shaft All arrows used shall be identical and shall carry the same pattern etching, and colour(s) of fl nocks and cresting, if any. Tracer nocks (electrically/electronically lighted nocks) are not allowed. 22.3.8. Finger protection in the form of finger stalls or tips, gloves, or shooting tab or tape, to draw and release the string is permitted, provided they do not incorporate any device that shall assist the athlete to hold, draw and release the string. 22.3.8.1. A separator between the fingers to prevent be pinching the arrow may used. An anchor plate or similar device attached to the finger the protection (tab) for purpose of anchoring is permitted. The stitching shall be uniform in colour. Marks or lines shall be uniform in size, shape and colour. Additional memoranda and markings are not permitted. On the bow hand an ordinary glove, mitten be or similar item may worn but shall not be attached to the grip of the bow. 22.3.9. Field glasses, telescopes and other visual aids for spotting arrows: 22.3.9.1. Provided they do not represent any obstruction to other athletes. 22.3.9.2. Prescription spectacles, shooting spectacles and sunglasses may be used. None of these may be fitted with micro hole lenses, ces, or similar devi nor may they be marked in any way that can assist in aiming. 22.3.9.3. Should the athlete need to cover the spectacle glass of the non-­‐sighting eye, then it shall be fully covered or taped, or an eye patch may be used. 22.3.10. Accessories are permitted: 22.3.10.1. Including arm guard, chest protector, bow sling, belt-­‐, back-­‐ or ground-­‐quiver. Devices to raise a part foot or thereof, attached or independent of the shoe, are permitted provided that the devices do not present an etes obstruction to other athl at the shooting peg or protrude more than 2cm past the o footprint of the shoe. Als permitted are limb savers.

Bows at the Games: • When athletes check in for accreditation, please declare all bows as they will be taken to the Shooting Venue site and locked in a storage area. There will be no bows stored or kept in the Athlete Villages. Storage may be in another secure location, depending on venue use agreement, if teams are arriving in advance of competition start. The Host Society will outline all procedures for transfer e and storag six (6) months in advance.

COMPETITION RULES:

• An athlete is allowed to compete in only one class. • Equipment shall be checked before the match and shall not be altered during competition. • Each target is numbered at the shooting position. • Practice on the course is not permitted. Practice butts will be supplied by the Host Society on site. • Equipment failures must be visible and agreed upon by the majority of the group. Upon agreement, the shooter must have his/her scorecards d initiale by the entire group as an equipment failure. The scorecards of the shooter with the equipment failure will be totaled and initialed by the score keepers before leaving the range. At that time, the

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shooter, (with the failure) only must proceed forward through the course to the range tent and notify a range official. • If there are three or more shooters remaining in the group, they may continue shooting. If two or less shooters remain, they must join the following group (unless by joining the following group it will make a group of 6 or more) step aside and await a range official before continuing. • The range official will hold the individual’s scorecards until the repair is completed and he/she is escorted back onto the range. The range official will determine the amount of time necessary to make the needed repair. The time element will not be . abused A range official must escort all persons re-­‐entering e the rang to the designated target. • After each end the competitors walk to the target (which they share). An arrow earns the score of the zone it lands in. They are as follows: o Eleven (11) for the smallest ring, (10) points for the inner ring, eight (8) points for the outer ring, five (5) points for a body hit and a Miss (M) for a hit in the horn or hoof or not touching body color. o In case of a disagreement on the placement ange of the arrow, r officer settles the dispute. The protest is brought forward by the coach or manager of the team. o In case of a rebound or pass-­‐through, the scoring shall take place as follows: If all of the athletes in that shooting group agree that a rebound or pass-­‐through has occurred, they may also agree on the value of the arrow; in 3D rounds if they cannot agree on the value of the arrow, iss. the arrow shall be a m • If the arrow is pulled before the tabulation, the person who pulls the arrow receives a zero for that target. The score cards have to be legible, completed in black or blue ink and signed by the scorer and the archer. If the tabulated scores do not match, the lesser value will be recorded as the official points. • If an arrow lands in the dividing line it earns the higher value. A deflected arrow is scored where it lands. Witnessed pass through arrows are to be scored as agreed on by the majority of the group or a re-­‐shot before shooters advance to the target. An arrow embedded in another arrow scores the same e-­‐shot as the first. A r is not warranted. • When two archers or more have identical ocess total scores, the pr of tie breaking is as follows: a shoot off will be held al using a Three-­‐D anim target set at an unknown yardage, with an X placed in the center of the highest scoring area. The arrow closest to the center of the X will determine the winner. If only one shooter is present at the shoot off, he or she will be declared the winner. • Course layout and shooting distances are defined as per WA rule 9.1 • Field glasses (binoculars), telescopes and other optical aids may be used for spotting arrows provided they do not represent any obstacle to other athletes at the shooting peg. • Prescription spectacles, shooting spectacles and sunglasses may be used. None of these may be fitted with micro hole in lenses, or similar devices, nor may they be marked in any way that can assist in aiming. • The spectacle glass of the non-­‐sighting overed eye may be fully c or taped, or an eye patch may be used. •

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Rule Violation: • Any person in violation with World Archery rules may be disqualified from the event. • Any shooter who disobeys the shoot official’s orders will be disqualified from the event. • Littering improper disposal of trash will be considered as un-­‐sportsmanlike conduct which may result in disqualification.

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package ATHLETICS

EVENT:

The NAIG Athletics competition will consist of both male and female individual and team relay events for 14U (born 2006 & ), later 16U (born 2004 & later) and 19U (born 2001 & later).

PARTICIPANTS:

Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter eight (8) male and eight (8) female athletes for each age category. An athlete is allowed to compete in four events plus two (2) relays. Cross country counts as one of the four events.

For each age category, each contingent has a maximum of 3 athletes per individual event.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit: • Rosters under 20 athletes -­‐ 3 staff (2 r). coaches and 1 manage The staff composition must have a minimum of one (1) same ales gender staff for both m and females (provided the team has participants of both genders). • Rosters between 21 and 30 -­‐ 4 staff (3 coaches and 1 manager). The staff composition must have a minimum of one (1) same ales gender staff for both m and females (provided the team has participants of both genders). • Rosters between 31 and 40 -­‐ 5 staff, (2 must be coaches and 1 manager) The aff st composition must have a minimum of one (1) same gender staff for both males and females (provided the team has participants of both genders). • Rosters between 41 and 50 -­‐ 6 staff, (2 must be coaches and 1 manager). The staff composition must have a minimum of two (2) same gender staff for both males and females (provided the team has participants of both genders).

Canada -­‐ NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent) Head Coach/Assistant Coaches

• Competition Introduction Stream -­‐ Sport Coach Trained

USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

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GENERAL RULES:

The most recent International Amateur Athletics Federation (IAAF) Competition Rules Book will apply.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

Events are either heats and finals, or just finals depending on the number of entries.

Category 14U 16U 19U Gender M F M F M F 80M X X X X 100M X X 150M X X X X 200M X X 300M X X X X 400M X X X X 800M 1200M X X 1500M X X X X 2000M X X X X 3000M X X X X X Country 2K 2K 3K 3K 8K 6K High Jump Long Jump Triple Jump X X Shot Put Discus Javelin 4x100m 4x400m *X’s indicate events that are not open for registration.

Relays: Each Province, territory and State may enter: • One (1) male 4x100M team and one (1) female 4x100M team in all age categories. • One (1) male 4x400M team and one (1) female 4x400M team in all age categories.

NOTE: To accommodate the number of participants, athletes may move up to compete in a higher age class relay team, but they may not compete in the same relay event in two different age categories.

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OFFICIALS: All officials (timer, photo finish, starter, etc.) will be designated and approved by the Host Society.

FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Competitors must wear their numbers on the front and back of their vests, except in the high jump events, where they may wear one number, either on the front or the back. • In the track events, athletes also must wear d hip numbers affixe to both sides of their shorts. • Maximum spike length for track events – 7 mm (except for High Jump and Javelin) • Maximum spike length for high jump mm and javelin – 9 (All spike length limits are according to venue-­‐specific regulations). • During the medal ceremonies, athletes must wear tracksuits in their team colors and shoes without spikes. • All equipment used 2020 in the NAIG shall comply with IAAF Rules. • Throwers may submit their own implements for certification and use in the events equipment pool as long as the implements comply with IAAF rules. • For all throwing events the implement weight shall be as follows:

Male 14U 16U 19U Shot put 3 kg / 6.6 lbs 4 kg / 8.8 lbs 6 kg / 13.2 lbs Discus 750g / 1.7 lbs 1 kg / 2.2 lbs 1.750kg / 3.9 lbs Javelin 400g / 14.1 oz 600g / 21.2 oz 800g / 28.2 oz Female Shot put 3 kg / 6.6 lbs 3 kg / 6.6 lbs 4 kg / 8.8 lbs Discus 750g / 1.7 lbs 1 kg / 2.2 lbs 1 kg / 2.2 lbs Javelin 400g / 14.1 oz 500g / 17.6 oz 600g / 21.2 oz

COMPETITION RULES:

Qualifying Heights and Distance for Field Events • The qualifying heights and distances will be determined at the Technical Meeting as well as the successive heights of the bar nt. in the high jump eve

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package BADMINTON

EVENT:

The NAIG Badminton competition will consist ale of male and fem singles, doubles and mixed doubles events 16U for (born 2004 & later) and 19U (born 2001 & later) age categories.

PARTICIPANTS:

Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter two (2) male and two (2) female per age . category An athlete is allowed to compete in the singles, doubles and mixed doubles events.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit one (1) coach and one (1) manager . per team One of the above staff must be of the ticipating same gender as each par team.

Canada -­‐ NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent) Head Coach/Assistant Coach

• Competition Introduction Stream -­‐ Badminton Regional Coach Trained

USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL LAWS:

The most recent version of the Badminton World F) Federation (BW Laws and General Competition Regulations will apply, unless otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

Draw Format -­‐ Preliminary : Rounds All inary prelim draws for all events (with less than 21 entries) in badminton will be round robin ers/teams format with play divided randomly into different pools. Pools will consist of a minimum 3 and a maximum of 4 players/teams. Teams/players representing the same state/province/territory will be separated into different pools.

The top two finishers in round robin competition play, from each pool, will advance to the medal round. Draw Format -­‐ Medal Rounds: The medal round format will be determined based on the number of entries for the event. For low: Draw formats, see be 13 | Page 2020 NAIG Sport Technical – Package January 30 2019 FINAL Approved

Badminton Draw Formats

DRAW FORMAT: Preliminary Rounds

1. All preliminary draws for all events (with less than 21 entries) in badminton will be round robin format with players/teams (in general) divided by random into different pools.

2. Pools should consist of a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 4 players/pairs.

3. Teams/players representing the same state/province/territory should be separated into different pools.

4. The top two finishers in round robin competition play, from each pool, will advance to the medal round.

DRAW FORMAT: Medal Rounds

The medal round format will be determined based on the number of entries for the event.

1. 5 Entries in an Event or Less

If 5 entries are submitted for an event, a single pool round robin format will be used, with no need for preliminary rounds.

2. 6-­‐8 Entries in an Event

Two pools will be created for 6-­‐8 entries.

If 2 pools are used for an event, the team/players finishing first in pool #1 will play the team/player finishing #2 in the opposite pool. This will be the semi final matches with the winner advancing to the finals and the losing e teams would fac each other to contest for the bronze (third place) respectively.

If a two pool competition is held, the s/Territories top two Provinces/State from the previous NAIG games (based on overall results for badminton) shall be separated into different pools.

3. 9-­‐12 Entries in an Event

Three pool competition (for 9-­‐12 entries)

If a three pool competition is held, the s/States/Territories top three Province based on the previous games results (based on overall inton) results for badm shall be separated into different pools.

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If 3 pools are used, the top 2 teams/players from each pool, as determined by round robin play, will advance to the medal rounds. s/teams Once these 6 player are decided, the format will be as such:

3.1 A single elimination draw with two equal halves of four (4) positions each (there will be six (6) players/teams and two (2) byes. 3.2 Teams finishing first in their respective pools and from the same province/territory/state must be placed on opposite halves of the draw. If this is not an issue, teams finishing first in their respective pools will be separated as far from each other as possible in the draw and should not meet in the first round. In addition, both sides of the draw must have at least one of these first place finishers and no more than two (2). 3.3 Teams finishing first in their respective pools should be separated/spaced from each other as far as possible with their position in the draw being decided by chance. 3.4 One bye will be designated for both the top and bottom half of the draw; this can be decided by a coin toss. 3.5 Unless problematic for the official creating the draw, teams/players who finished first in their respective pool shall be favoured to receive a bye. 3.6 Teams/players advancing to the medal rounds from the same pool shall be separated into the two halves of the draw (ensuring they cannot possibly meet again unless they would be playing for dals). Gold or Bronze me 3.6 Teams/players advancing to the medal round will be separated (into different halves of the draw) from fellow teammates from the same Province/State/Territory.

4. 13-­‐16 Entries in an Event

Four ) (4 pool competition (for 13 -­‐16 entries).

All regulations listed for a three pool (9-­‐12 entries) will be used except that eight (10) players /teams will advance to the medal round. A draw sheet of 8 will be used for the medal round.

If a four pool competition is held, the s/States/Territories top four Province based on the previous games results (based on overall inton) results for badm shall be separated into different pools. 5. 17-­‐20 Entries in an Event

Five (5) pool competition (for 17-­‐20 entries)

All regulations listed for a four (4) pool 6 competition (13-­‐1 entries) will be used except that ten (10) players /teams will advance to the medal round. A draw sheet of 16 will be used with 3 byes in the top half of the draw and 3 byes in the bottom half of the draw.

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If a five pool competition is held, the s/States/Territories top four Province based on the previous games results (based on overall inton) results for badm shall be separated into different pools, see 9-­‐12 entries in an event.

6. 21 or More Entries in an Event

With 21 or more entries in an event, a single elimination draw will be created which will determine medals winners. The following guidelines shall apply:

6.1 Teams/players from the same Province/State/Territory will be separated (into different halves of the draw) from fellow teammates from the same Province/Territory/State. 6.2 The top two Provinces/States/Territories (based on overall results from badminton at the last NAIG) will have their top entries separated into 2 different halves of the draw. If any byes are awarded, these two e players/teams will hav first priority to receive them. 6.3 The top three and four Provinces/State/Territories (based on overall results from badminton at the last NAIG) will have their top entry placed into two different halves of the draw. The quarter they are placed in must not be the same quarter as the top two Provinces/ States/Territories (based on overall results from badminton at the last NAIG) -­‐ see 6.2. 6.4 All other entries will be placed in the draw at random.

Round Robin Tie Breaking Procedure – BWF ition General Compet Regulations

16.2.2 If two players / pairs have won the same number of matches, the winner of the match between them will be ranked higher.

16.2.3 If three or more players / pairs have won the same number of matches, ranking will be established by the difference between total games won and total games lost, with greater difference ranked higher.

16.2.3.1 If this still leaves two players / pairs equal, the winner of the match hem between t will be ranked higher.

16.2.4 If three or more players / pairs have won the same number of matches and are equal in the difference between total games won and total games lost, ranking will be established by the difference between total points won and total points lost, with greater difference ranked higher.

16.2.4.1 If this still leaves two players / pairs equal, the winner of the match between them will be ranked higher.

16.2.4.2 If three or more players / pairs are still equal, then ranking will be established by drawing lots.

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16.2.5 If illness, injury, disqualification oidable or other unav hindrance prevents a player / pair completing all the pool matches, all the results of that player / pair shall be deleted. Retiring during a match shall be considered to be not completing all pool matches.

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package BASEBALL

EVENT:

The NAIG Baseball competition consists 17U of (2003 & later) teams.

PARTICIPANTS:

Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter a maximum of sixteen (16) players per team.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit s two (2) coache and one (1) manager per team. One of the above staff must be of the same gender as the participating team.

Canada -­‐ NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent) Head Coach/Assistant Coaches

Competition Introduction Stream – Regional Coach Trained

USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES:

The most recent version of the Official Baseball Rules of Major League Baseball will apply to the NAIG baseball competition, unless otherwise stated kage. in this pac The International Baseball Federation follows the Official Baseball Rules ague of the Major Le Baseball.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

The competition format will be determined by the number of entries per age category. The host society will make every effort to maximize the number of games each team receives. Each team will play a minimum three games.

OFFICIALS:

The umpire in chief must have a minimum National Level 4 certification. The remaining umpires must have a minimum Provincial Level 2.

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FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

17U age category shall follow standard rules for the playing field, dimensions and equipment: • Distance between bases is ninety (90) feet • Distance from home to pitcher is sixty feet, six inches (60’6”) • Wood bats only

Baseball players must supply their own bats, batting helmets, and gloves. Catchers shall supply all their additional equipment. All equipment shall comply with the International Baseball Federation (IBF) standards as per Baseball Canada for minor aged players.

COMPETITION RULES:

Rules Governing the Pitcher (Exhibition Play, League Play, Play-­‐Off's, Tournaments, and Championships)

8.01 (1) Any player on the team is eligible to o pitch, and there are N restrictions to the number of pitchers a manager may use in a game.

(2) Pitchers shall be permitted to have 2 appearances in the same calendar day. If a pitcher requires a rest st following 1 appearance, they cannot return in the same calendar day.

(3) Pitcher cannot pitch 3 consecutive days unless a pitcher first 2 days combined does not exceed: o Midget: 40 o If pitcher day 1 + day 2 exceeds figure above for their division, they require at least 1 day’s rest. o Pitcher cannot pitch 4 consecutive days. One (1) days rest is needed.

(4) Pitchers and managers shall follow the following guidelines:

Midget Rest (16-­‐18) required 1-­‐40 None 41-­‐55 1 day (5) The official scorekeeper will calculate 56-­‐70 2 days the total pitches thrown for that calendar day and determine 71-­‐85 3 days the required rest starting the next calendar 86-­‐105 4 days day. Athletes must not exceed the 105 Maximum maximum pitch count total for that day.

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(7) Pitchers will be permitted to finish the batter if his or her maximum pitch limit has been reached for that calendar day.

(8) Intentional Walks will be included in Pitch Count totals.

(9) Required Rest shall be defined in “Days” starting at 12:01am and ending at 11:59 pm of the next calendar day.

(10) If a game continues past 12:01am, those pitches are counted as if pitched prior to midnight. If a game is suspended, when it resumes is defined as a different day.

A pitcher who is removed from the mound during a game shall not be permitted to return to pitch in the same game, even if the pitcher is retained in the game at another position.

Number of Innings • The entire game shall consist of seven (7) innings including the medal rounds • The ten run rules will be in effect anytime after the completion of 5 (or 4-­‐1/2) innings of play. • The umpire will award the game to the team with a lead of ten or more runs any time after the trailing team has had five turns at bat.

Extra inning game procedure • If the game is tied at the completion s), of regulation (7 inning the following procedures will be implemented during extra innings: • Each team will begin the extra inning (and cessary any subsequent ne extra innings) with a player on first and second, no outs. • Team manager shall indicate to the home plate umpire where he wishes to start the batting order (ex. rd 3 batter, then st the 1 and nd 2 batter would go to first and second base). • The batting order for any subsequent innings mined will be deter by how the previous inning ended. • The traditional system of the visiting team hitting in the top of the inning and me the ho team hitting in the bottom of the inning ct will remain in effe until a winner is determined. • Extra inning rule to be enforced only during round robin games. All medal round game will revert to a traditional extra innings rule.

Tie-­‐breaking

All ties after the preliminary round will be settled as follows (in order):

The ranking of the teams after the round robin shall be according to the win-­‐loss record of all the games played. All ties st after the 1 round, nd 2 round and finals shall be settled der in the or of the following list. That is, if criteria eak (a) does not br the tie, then it is no longer considered the criteria capable of breaking the tie, and the next criteria (b) will be used. This logic 20 | Page 2020 NAIG Sport Technical – Package January 30 2019 FINAL Approved

continues through the list, in order, broken: until the tie is

1) The team that won the game(s) between the teams tied shall be given the higher position. 2) The team that has the best Team's Quality Balance (TQB). • TQB is a ratio, which is achieved by d calculating Runs Score per Offensive Inning against Runs Allowed Per Defensive Inning. Example: o Team : B 12 runs scored in 17 offensive innings = 0.706; 7 runs allowed in 17 defensive innings = ฀ 0.412 TQB = 0.294 o Team A: 5 runs scored in 17 offensive uns innings = 0.294; 6 r allowed in 17.67 defensive innings = 0.339TQB= -­‐0.045 o Team C: 4 runs scored in 17.67 offensive innings = 0.226; 8 runs allowed in 17 defensive innings = ฀ 0.471 TQB = -­‐0.244 3) The team that has the best Earned Runs Team's Quality Balance (ER-­‐TQB) 4) Highest batting average in games between ed. the teams ti 5) A coin flip.

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package BASKETBALL

EVENT:

The NAIG Basketball competition consists of ale both male and fem team competitions for the 14U (born 2006 & later), 16U (born 2004 & later) and 19U (born 2001 & later) age categories.

PARTICIPANTS:

Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter a maximum of twelve (12) players per age category in both male and female categories.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit s two (2) coache and one (1) manager per female and male teams. At least one of the above staff must be of the same gender as the participating team.

Canada -­‐ NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications)

Head Coach/Assistant Coaches

Competition Introduction Stream -­‐ Learn to T) Train Workshop (L2 Trained

USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL ULES: R

The most recent Federation Internationale de Basketball (FIBA) Official Basketball Rules and updates (most recent rules changes up to the date of competition) will ply, ap unless otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

The competition format will be determined by the number of entries per age category. The host society will make every effort to create ket a basketball brac for a double elimination competition.

OFFICIALS:

The chief official and referees will be designated and approved by the Host Society. The chief officials must have a minimum Provincials Level three (3) certification. It is recommended that 22 | Page 2020 NAIG Sport Technical – Package January 30 2019 FINAL Approved

referees have a minimum Provincial Level two (2) certification 14U ( & 16U ) and a minimum Provincial Level three (3) certification (19U).

Two officials will be used 14U for all and 16U games, while three officials will be utilized for all 19U games.

FIELD OF PLAY/EQUIPMENT REQUIRMENTS:

• All courts and equipment shall comply with the FIBA rules, unless agreed upon i.e. key size. All Courts must be the same. • A ball size of 6 shall be used for all female age groups. • A ball size of 7 shall be used for ith all male age groups, w the exception 14U of the Male Division, which will use a size 6 ball. • The official game ball used will be size 6 and 7 official FIBA game balls. Molten or Spalding balls are preferred. The Host Society will inform each Chef de Mission six (6) months prior to the beginning of the event what game ball will be used. • Game ball will be determined by coaches h before start of eac game. Balls should not be brand new, but slightly broken in. • Teams must supply their own warm up balls and equipment. • Jersey numbers must comply with FIBA rules and shall use numbers 0 and 00 and from 1 to . 99 Players on the team shall not wear the same number. • The number shall be clearly visible and be at least 20cm high. Those on the front shall be at least 10cm high. • Any advertising or logo shall be at least 5 cm away from the numbers.

COMPETITION RULES:

• An entire game shall consist of: o Four (4) – eight (8) minute periods 14U for ages . o Four (4) – ten (10) minute periods 16U for ages and 19U. o Intervals of two (2) minutes between periods o A ten (10) minutes half time will be in effect o A twenty-­‐four (24) second shot clock will be in effect • Modification to 14U years, thirty (30) second shot clock, ten (10) second half court rule, no press and no zone. • If the score is tied at the end of playing time of the fourth period, the game shall be continued with as many extra five (5) minute periods as is necessary to break the tie. o In all extra periods the teams shall continue to play towards the same baskets as in the fourth period. • FIBA warm up procedures: o The clock will be set to a maximum of -­‐game 20:00 to start the pre warm-­‐up. May be modified depending on the timing of the games. o All other rules as written in the FIBA Official Basketball Rules.

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• Once the score hits a 30-­‐point spread, the clock will run continuously and the shot clock will be turned off. • If there is a tie, then FIBA tie breaking rules will be followed.

For the tie-­‐breaking format, please refer to the FIBA Official Basketball Rules, 72 Pg. -­‐ Classification of Teams.

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package BEACH VOLLEYBALL

EVENTS:

The NAIG Beach Volleyball competition consists of male and female n teams for 16U (bor 2004 & later) and 19U (born 2001 & later) age categories.

PARTICIPANTS Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter a maximum of two (2) athletes per male and female teams, per age category.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit one (1) coach and one (1) manager per team. One of the above staff must be of the same gender as the participating team.

Canada -­‐ NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent)

Head Coach • Level 1 Beach Volleyball (theory, technical and practical) • Volleyball Canada HARASSMENT POLICY and PROCEDURES USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES: The most recent version of the Federation International de Volleyball (FIVB) Official Rule Book will apply, unless otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT: The competition format will be determined by the number of entries per age category. The host society will make every effort to maximize ames the number of g each team receives. Each team will play a minimum of 3 matches.

OFFICIALS: All officials will be designated and approved by the Host Society in consultation with Volleyball Canada and Volleyball Nova Scotia. The match officials must have a minimum of a level two (2) Beach certification. The line judges and scorers must have a level one (1) beach volleyball certification. There will be a minimum of two 2 officials (R1 & R2), two (2) line judges, scorekeeper and assistant score keeper per match.

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FIELD OF PLAY/ EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS: All equipment shall comply with FIVB Rules. The height of the net shall be according to the following information: • 16U Female 2.20m • 16U Male 2.35 • 19U Female 2.24 • 19U Male 2.43 The official Ball is VLS the MIKASA 300.

COMPETITION RULES: • Rally point scoring will be implemented • A team wins a set (game) by scoring ing 21 points via rally cor and with a minimum lead of two (2) points. In the case of a 20-­‐20 tie, play is continued until a two (2) point lead is achieved. • All matches in the Round Robin and Playoff rounds will be best of three (3) e sets. Th team wins a match by winning two (2) sets out of three (3). In case of a 2-­‐2 tie, the deciding set is played to 15 points with a minimum lead of two (2) points, no cap via rally point scoring. • There will be 15 minutes’ warm-­‐up time allocated on the competition court prior to game time. • Tie breaking rules will be in accordance with FIVB Sports Regulations, as outline below: Round Robin Ranking To establish the ranking of teams after completion of the Round Robin, The ranking of the teams will be determined as follows: 1. By The results of Pool Play Points. Pool Play Points: Match won: 2 points Match lost: 1 point Matches Forfeited: O points (21-­‐0, 21-­‐0)

Points in case of Forfeit/Disqualification -­‐If a team withdraws due to an injury before or during a match or gets disqualified during a match, it will earn one (1) match point ts and will keep the se and points earned up to that moment, but the sets and points against will be the maximum. For example, if a team wins the first set 21:19 and is injured and forfeits the match when they are winning the second set 6:4, this injured team would earn 1 match point with sets of 1:2 and rally points of 21:19, 6:21 and 0:15. In this example, the winning team would get 2 match points with sets of 2:1 and rally points of 19:21, 4:6, 0:0. In addition, its match result will be marked with “INJ/DSQ”. -­‐If the injury occurs before the match begins, the match will be marked “INJ/DSQ” and the losing team will be awarded 1 match point with sets of 0:2 and rally points of 0:21, 0:21. In this case, the winning team will be awarded 2 ts match points with se of 2:0 and rally points of 0:0, 0:0.

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2. If two or more teams are tied more to Tie Breaker

Tie-­‐breaking procedures How to break a tie after pool play Between two (2) teams: -­‐The team with higher rally point ratio in the matches between all teams in the pool, is ranked higher; -­‐If still tied, then the winner of head-­‐to-­‐head d match is ranke higher.

Between three (3) teams: -­‐The ranking is determined by the rally point ratio in the matches between the three (3) tied teams; -­‐If still tied, then the teams still tied are ranked by the rally point ratios between all teams in the pool; -­‐If still tied, then the ranking of teams ined still tied is determ by the tournament seeding established after the Main Draw Preliminary Inquiry and the better seed of the tied teams will be higher ranked (for example, seed #15 r is ranked highe than seed #18, while seed #18 is ranked higher than seed #31).

Note: The tie-­‐breaker to break ties amongst pools is different (e.g. if you need to determine who is the nd best 2 place team). In this case, the tie would atch be broken by the m points, then set ratio, then rally point ratio, then finally if still tied, a draw.

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2020 North American ndigenous I Games Sport Technical Package CANOE/KAYAK

EVENT:

The NAIG Canoe/Kayak competition consists of male and female singles, doubles and mix doubles for all age classifications in the following events:

Category 14U (2006 & later) 16U (2004 & er) lat 19U (2001 & later) Gender M F M F M F 200m K1 K1 K1 K1 K1 K1 1000m MC1, K1 MC1,K1 MC1,K1 MC1,K1 MC1,K1 MC1,K1 3000m MC1,K1 MC1,K1 MC1,K1 MC1,K1 MC1,K1 MC1,K1 6000m MC1,K1 MC1,K1 1000m (Dbls) MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 3000m (Dbls) MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 6000m (Dbls) MC2 MC2 1000m M Dbl MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 3000m M Dbl MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 MC2 6000m M Dbl MC2 MC2 *X’s indicate events that are not open for registration

PARTICIPANTS:

Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter six (6) male and six (6) female for each of the age categories listed above. An athlete is allowed to compete in a maximum of six (6) events. All registered competitors must race at least two events.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit: • Team roster under ten (10) athletes: o One (1) coach and one . (1) manager • Team roster of eleven (11) to twenty (20) athletes: o Two (2) coaches and one . (1) manager • Team roster of twenty-­‐one (21) to twenty-­‐five (25) athletes, o Three (3) coaches and one (1) . manager • Team roster of twenty-­‐one 6) (2 to thirty-­‐six (36) athletes, o Four (4) coaches and one (1) manager.

One (1) of the above for staff all teams must be of the same gender as the participants.

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NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent)

Head Coach/Assistant Coaches

o Competition Introduction Trained -­‐ Entry Level CC Trained o Hold a valid Transport Canada Pleasure Craft Operators Card

USA – All coaches will have completed ific a sport spec – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES:

The most recent version of the CanoeKayak Canada (CKC) Marathon Canoe Racing Competition Rules and Sprint Racing Rules will apply, unless otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

Events are either OR finals semi-­‐finals/finals, OR heats, semi-­‐finals/finals, dependent on the number of entries. There will be no consolation races.

For each age category, each contingent may enter a maximum of 3 athletes per individual event.

Races will begin with a mass start. Heats ssary. will be held if nece

OFFICIALS:

All officials will be designated by and approved the Host Society in consultation with CanoeKayak Canada.

FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

The Host Society shall provide the canoes for the competition. Competitors must supply their own paddles, Personal Floatation Device’s (PFDs) and all accessories. All Canoe equipment must comply with the Marathon Canoe Racing Competition rules. The kayaks will be provided by the Host Society in consultation with CanoeKayak Canada, as well as local clubs and suppliers.

The canoe used for this event will be the 17’ Jensen.

The kayaks will be determined by the HOST and contingents informed at M1.

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All competitors will carry government approved PFD’s in their boats. It is highly recommended that all competitors achieve a level of ” “swimming competence (Swimming level 6, in Canada). Participants that are competing in the 14U age category will be required to wear their PFD’s at all times. It is recommended that all participants wear their PFD’s while on the water.

COMPETITION RULES:

The CanoeKayak Canada Marathon “Code of Safety” will apply to the competition. The Code of Safety is available on www.canoekayak.ca line at: .

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package GOLF

EVENT:

The NAIG Golf competition will consist of male and female competitors in the following: 17U (born 2003 & later) and 19U (born 2001 & later) age categories.

Additional costs for practice rounds are the responsibility of the team and/or golfer for all age categories.

PARTICIPANTS: Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter two (2) male and two (2) female for each age category.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit one (1) coaches and one (1) manager for the entire roster. The staff composition must have a minimum of one (1) same gender staff for all participants.

The Rules of Golf stipulate that teams may t assign one person to ac as a coach and have contact with the team members during their round (Rule 8-­‐2). * If there are two courses being used, an exception will be considered where a contingent n can assig a second coach to assist with the other coach.

NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent)

Head Coach • NCCP Workshop – Community Golf Coach.

Head Coach • Competition Introduction Stream -­‐ Golf Coach New Competitors Trained

USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES: The Rules will be followed according to the Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA).

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COMPETITION FORMAT:

The competition format will be stroke play ategories. for all the age c Golfers will play up to a minimum of 54 holes (3 rounds). If the numbers warrant a cut after 36 holes (2 rounds) the Competition Committee will determine and set the cut line at the first coaches meeting prior to the start of the competition. 18 holes (1 round) will be played per day of competition, unless there are exceptional circumstances (ex. Weather).

OFFICIALS:

All officials will be designated by the approved by the Host Society. All Rules Officials must have a Level 3 or 4 RCGA certification.

FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

The golfers must supply their own equipment (clubs and balls). All equipment must comply with The Rules of Golf as set forth in the RCGA.

COMPETITION RULES:

Dress Code will be according to the Golf Club being used. The Host Society will inform each Chef de Mission six (6) months prior to the beginning of the event what the dress code is for the club. Tees will be determined at future Chef de Mission meetings.

THE RULES OF GOLF; Section III Rule 33 – The Committee 33-­‐5. Score Card In stroke play, the Committee must provide each competitor with a score card containing the date and the competitor’s name. Note : The Committee may request that each competitor record the date and his/her name on his score card.

33-­‐7. Disqualification Penalty; Committee Discretion A penalty of disqualification may in exceptional individual cases be waived, modified or imposed if the Committee considers such action warranted.

Any penalty less than disqualification must not be waived or modified.

If a Committee considers that a player is guilty of a serious breach of etiquette, it may impose a penalty of disqualification under this Rule.

Tie-­‐Breaking Rules In the event of st a tie for 1 , nd 2 or rd 3 place in any age division, there will be a sudden death playoff immediately following completion of play. The playoff will start on Hole #1, with the lowest score winning the tournament. If two or more players are still tied after Hole #1, they will continue to play a sudden death playoff until a winner is decided, while any players not tied will be dropped from the playoff.

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package LACROSSE – BOX

EVENT:

The NAIG Box Lacrosse competition will consist of male teams for 16U (born 2004 & later) and 19U (born 2001 & later) age ies categor and female teams for 2001 the 19U (born & later) age category.

PARTICIPANTS:

Athletes: Each province, territory and state may enter a maximum of twenty (20) uniformed players for each age classification. The twenty (20) omprised players shall be c of eighteen (18) players and two (2) goalkeepers. Five (5) players eeper and one (1) goalk shall be permitted on the floor at one time.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit s, two (2) coache one (1) trainer, and one (1) manager per female and male team. The staff composition must have a minimum of one (1) same gender staff per team.

NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent)

Head Coach/Assistant Coach Competition Introduction Stream – Box Lacrosse Competition Introduction Trained

USA – All coaches will have completed specific a sport – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES:

The most recent version of Federation of International Lacrosse Indoor Lacrosse Rulebook will be used, nless u otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

The competition format will be determined by the number of entries. The host society will make every effort to maximize the number eceives. of games each team r Each team will play a minimum three games.

OFFICIALS: The Referee-­‐in-­‐Chief and attending officials will be designated ed and approv by the host society. The officials must have a minimum provincial ) level two (2 certification. 33 | Page 2020 NAIG Sport Technical – Package January 30 2019 FINAL Approved

FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

The indoor lacrosse playing surface shall be of material approved by the Host Society. The box shall be enclosed by a wall known as the boards which may be constructed of wood, plastic or any other material as approved by the Host Society. The boards shall be topped by a surrounding barrier of glass or other suitable material ht to a minimum heig of three (3) feet on the sides and six (6) feet on the ends to keep the ball in play.

Players are required to supply their own equipment and it must comply with International Lacrosse Federation rules. Required equipment includes a lacrosse stick, protective gloves, suitable shoes, shoulder/vest pads, rib pads e and a protectiv helmet equipped with a face mask and a chinstrap which must be properly fastened on both sides. An intra-­‐oral mouthpiece must cover all upper jaw teeth.

In addition, the designated goalkeeper shall wear a throat guard, arm and chest , protector shin guards and a jock or jill.

The nets will be 4’ by 4’.

COMPETITION RULES:

Complete up to date rules can be found at

• A full Box Lacrosse game shall consist of sixty (60) minutes, divided into three (3) periods of twenty (20) minutes each.

• There shall be a ten (10) minute intermission between each period. Teams may leave the bench area.

• In the event of a tie score at the end of regulation time, play shall continue after a five (5) minute interval. The period(s) shall be ten (10) minutes stop time.

• If still tied the teams switch goals defended and continue to play an extra twenty (20) minute stop time period. The game ends upon scoring the first goal (sudden death).

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package RIFLE SHOOTING

EVENT:

The NAIG Rifle competition will consist of male and female individuals in the age categories of 16U (2004 & later) and 19U (2001 & later). Team events (for teams of three [3] members only) will also be offered.

PARTICIPANTS:

Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter two (2) males and two (2) females per age category. Maximum number of shooters per province/territory/state is 8.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit one (1) coaches and one (1) manager per team. The staff composition must have a minimum of one (1) same gender staff for each gender that is participating on their team.

NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent)

Head Coach • Instruction Stream -­‐ Shooting Federation of Canada ginner – Instructor Be Level Trained. It is strongly recommended that the Head Coach should be certified at this level.

USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES:

The most recent version of the International Shooting Sports Federation (ISSF) Rulebook will apply, unless otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

Competition format is dependent on the number of entries per age group and The gender. shooting range is fifty (50) meters for all positions.

Athletes will shoot a 3P match of 120 shots and a prone match of 60 shots over three days. On day 1, athletes compete in one match of 20 prone, standing and 20 kneeling shots. On day 2, athletes compete in one match of 20 prone, standing and 20 kneeling shots. On day 3, athletes compete in a 60 shot prone match.

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Individual medals will be handed out at the end of each event. An overall medal will be awarded at the end of competition. To be eligible for the overall medal each athlete must have completed competition in both the 3P and prone events.

The Host Society will provide the Chef de Missions with the specified targets that will be used six (6) months prior to the games.

OFFICIALS:

An experienced range officer will control the Rifle shooting event. All officials will be designated and approved by the Host Society.

FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Teams not travelling by air must contact the onth HOST Society one m out to coordinate the storage of guns.

• All equipment shall comply with the current ISSF Rule Book as posted to www.issf-­‐ sports.org unless otherwise specified below. • Refer to ISSF Section 7 for “Rifle Rules”. • Refer to ISSF Rule 7.4.1 for “Standards for all rifles”, including the use of slings, sights and pistol grips. • Refer to ISSF Rule 7.5 regarding Clothing Regulations.

Guns at the Games: When athletes arrive at the airport, please s declare all firearm as the guns will be taken to the Shooting Venue site locked and in a storage area. There will be no rifles stored or kept in the Athlete Villages. Storage may be in another secure location, nue depending on ve use agreement, if teams are arriving in advance t. of competition star The Host Society will outline all procedures for transfer and storage six (6) months in advance.

Ammunition: The host society will provide ammunition for the competition; however, athletes should be prepared to provide their own ammunition for practice, and will assume the cost, acquisition and safe transportation of the ammunition to the shooting range. In either case, the type of ammunition used will be determined by the host society and all teams must comply with the ammunition type. Ammunition must also be kept in storage at the Shooting Venue along with the guns.

COMPETITION RULES: Competition rules will be outlined at the eetings. Chef de Mission m

Any athletes traveling across the border n must check o the procedures for transporting guns and ammunition. This is the responsibility of the athlete and coach.

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package Rugby 7’s

EVENT:

The NAIG Rugby 7’s competition consists of both male and female teams for 19U (born 2001 & later) age categories.

PARTICIPANTS: Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter a maximum of twelve (12) players per age category for both male and female.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit s two (2) coache and one (1) manager per female and male teams. One of the above staff must be of the same gender as the participating team.

NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent)

Head and Assistant Coaches • NCCP Community Initiation or World Rugby Level 1

USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES:

The most recent version of World Rugby by Law of the Game Rug union U19 variations in conjunction with Rugby Canada national competition rules will apply, unless otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

The competition format will be determined by the number of entries per age category. The host society will make every effort to maximize the number of games each team receives. Each team will play a minimum three games.

OFFICIALS:

All Officials will be appointed and approved by the Host Society. All officials must be registered with the CSA through the Host Provincial Associations and will be appointed and approved by the Host Society. 37 | Page 2020 NAIG Sport Technical – Package January 30 2019 FINAL Approved

FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Refer to World Rugby Laws of the Game, Law 1 (The ground), 2 (The Ball) and 4 (Players’ clothing). See below for World Rugby Law 4, relating to player equipment.

World Rugby, Regulation 12 – and Law 4 The Players’ Equipment

Safety A player must not use equipment or wear erous anything that is dang to himself or another player (including any kind of jewellery).

Basic equipment The basic compulsory equipment of a player comprises the following separate items: • A jersey or shirt with sleeves – if n, undergarments are wor the colour of the sleeve must be the same main colour as the sleeve of the jersey or shirt • Shorts – if undershorts are worn or tights, they must be of the same main colour as the shorts • Stockings – if tape or similar material is applied externally it must be the same colour as the part of the stocking it is applied to • Footwear

Colours • The 2 teams must wear colours that distinguish them from each other and also the referee and the assistant referees

Infringements and sanctions In the event of any infringement of this Law: • Play need not be stopped • The player at fault is instructed by the referee to leave the field of play to correct his equipment • The player leaves the field of play when the ball next ceases to be in play unless he has already corrected his equipment • Any player required to leave the field of play to correct his equipment must not re-­‐enter without the referee’s permission • The referee checks that the player’s equipment is correct before allowing him to re-­‐ enter the field of play • The player is only allowed to re-­‐enter the field of play when the ball is out of play A player who has been required to leave the field of play because of an infringement of this Law and who re-­‐enters the field of play without the referee’s permission must be cautioned.

Restart of play If play is stopped by the referee to administer a caution:

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• The match is restarted by a drop kick taken by a player of the opposing team from the place where the ball was located when the referee stopped the match (see Law 12 – Kick-­‐off and restart kicks)

COMPETITION RULES:

Disciplinary Rules: a) A Rugby Discipline Committee shall consist of a chairman and representatives of two participating teams having no vested interest in the outcome of the hearing. b) The conduct of the games shall follow the Laws of the game as approved by World Rugby. c) Players accumulating three cautions (yellow cards) during the tournament shall receive an automatic one game suspension. d) Players ejected from a game (red card) shall be suspended automatically for a minimum of one game. (1) Further sanctions may be enforced following a hearing with the Rugby Discipline Committee.

An entire game for the NAIG rugby shall consist of the following: • All age categories shall play two (2) halves e of seven forty-­‐fiv (7) minutes each, with a five (5) minute interval between halves. • Points: Points will be awarded for play on the following basis: Win 3 Points Draw 2 Points Loss 1 Point

• Should a match be drawn during the play-­‐off’s stages of the competition, extra time will be played until a winner is determined. Extra time will be in periods of five minutes. After each period the teams will change ends without interval. In extra time the team which scores first will immediately be declared the winner without further play • Substitution ule: R A maximum of five (5) substitutions shall be allowed in the whole game (including extra time). Unlimited substitutions may be made at half-­‐time, or full-­‐time before any extra time. A player who has been substituted is not eligible to re-­‐enter (except at half-­‐time or prior to the commencement of extra time).

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package SOCCER

EVENT:

The NAIG Soccer competition consists of both male and female teams 16U for (born 2004 & later) and 19U (born 2001 & later) age categories.

PARTICIPANTS: Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter hteen a maximum of eig (18) players per age category for both male and female.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit s two (2) coache and one (1) manager per female and male teams. One of the above staff must be of the same gender as the participating team.

NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent)

Head Coach/Assistant Coach • Community Stream -­‐ Soccer for Life Course Trained

USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES:

The most recent version of The Laws of the Game of the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) Rules will apply, unless otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

The competition format will be determined by the number of entries per age category. The host society will make every effort to maximize the number of games each team receives. Each team will play a minimum three games.

OFFICIALS:

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FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Refer to FIFA Laws of the Game, Law 1 (The Field of Play), 2 (The Ball) and 4 (The Players Equipment).

COMPETITION ULES: R

Disciplinary Rules: e) A Soccer Discipline Committee shall consist person of a chair and representatives of two participating teams having no vested interest in the outcome of the hearing. f) The conduct of the games shall follow the Laws of the game as approved by FIFA. g) Players accumulating three cautions (yellow cards) during the tournament shall receive an automatic one game suspension. h) Players ejected from a game (red card) shall be suspended automatically for a minimum of one ) (1 game. Further sanctions may be enforced aring following a he with the Soccer Discipline Committee.

An entire game for the NAIG soccer shall consist of the following: • All age categories shall play two (2) halves ) of forty-­‐five (45 minutes each, with a ten (10) minute interval between halves. • The winning team is awarded three (3) points and the defeated team is awarded zero (0) points for the pool standings in nament. the round robin tour When the score is tied at the end of regulation time each team is awarded one (1) point for the pool standing in the round-­‐robin tournament. • In play-­‐off games where the score is ulation tied at the end of reg time, extra time will be played consisting of two (2) periods of fifteen (15) minutes. If the score remains tie at the end of extra time, kicks from the penalty mark shall be taken to determine the winner.

Substitution Rule: Unlimited substitutions may be made at any time during the game. A player who has been substituted will be eligible to re-­‐enter.

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package SOFTBALL

EVENT:

The NAIG Softball competition consists of male s and female team for 16U (born 2004 & later) and 19U (born 2001 & later) age categories.

PARTICIPANTS:

Athletes: Each Province, Territory or State may enter teen a maximum of four (14) players per male and female age categories. A minimum number of players required per is team eleven (11).

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit s two (2) coache and one (1) manager per female and male teams. One of the above staff must be of the same gender as the participating team.

NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent)

Head Coach/Assistant Coach • Competition Introduction Stream -­‐ Softball Competition Introduction Trained

USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES:

The most recent International Softball Federation (ISF) Technical Code will apply, unless otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

The competition format will be determined by the number of entries per age category. The host society will make every effort to maximize the number of games each team receives. The minimum number of games each team will . play will be three

OFFICIALS:

An Umpire in Chief will be designated and approved by Host Society. For all semi-­‐final and finals games, three umpires per game will be utilized.

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FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Ball size and pitching distance between the her’s home plate and pitc mound:

Age category Ball size Pitching distance Male: 16U 30.5 cm (12”) 12.8m (42’) Male: 19U 30.5 cm (12”) 14.0m (46’) Female: 16U 30.5 cm (12”) 12.2m (40’) Female: 19U 30.5 cm (12”) 13.1m (43’)

Safe base will be implemented.

Competitors must supply their own bats, helmets, gloves, and catchers must supply their own special additional equipment. Offensive and Defensive players may wear an ISF approved face mask. Absolutely no metal spikes will be allowed. All equipment must comply with the ISF standards. Covered dugouts are preferred.

COMPETITION RULES:

• The teams will warm-­‐up off the competition diamond and will be allowed only 10 minutes on the competition diamond prior to game time. • An entire game for the NAIG softball tournament shall consist of seven (7) innings, with the only exceptions being the “15/10/7/ Run Ahead rule” or a delay/postponement. o “15/10/7 Rule” -­‐ A game must be called a regulation game if one team leads the other by fifteen (15) runs or more after three (3) innings, ten (10) runs or more after four (4) innings, or seven (7) runs or more after five (5) innings. Both the visiting team and home team must complete the same number of innings at bat unless the home team leads by the required number of runs and the game is called at that point • The pitcher must deliver the ball for a walk; there will be no automatic walks. • In the case of a tie game during the round robin play and/or play offs, the International tie breaking rule shall be followed: • Starting with the top of the eighth inning, and each half inning thereafter, the offensive team shall begin its turn at bat with the player who is scheduled to bat ninth (tenth in SP, or eleventh in SP spective with an EP) in that re half inning being placed on second base. The player who is running can be substituted in accordance with the substitution rules.

Tie breaking procedures Final Standings in the Qualifying Round (Round Robin) shall use the following criteria to determine the order of finish.

Note 1. No games will finish in a tie. Note 2. If a game is tied after seven (7) s complete innings, the team will revert to the international tie breaking rule starting in the top of the eighth th (8 ) inning.

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Note 3. When using all the criteria below full team records of the entire Round Robin are used and only 4, 5, 6, etc. complete innings in 4½ , 5 ½, 6 ½ etc. inning games are to be used.

Note 4. If the home team is ahead after 6 ½ innings of play, they will NOT bat in the seventh th (7 ) inning. This rule will also be in effect omes if the mercy rule c into play after 4 ½ or 5 ½ innings.

A tie shall be resolved by following, in order, the procedure set out below (7.02 of the ISF Technical Code) a. Within Section Round Robins 1. With two teams tied on wins/losses, rank them by the results of their game in the round robin; the winner is placed ahead of the loser.

2. With more than two teams tied on wins/losses, rank them in order:

(a) By the results of their games among ound themselves in the r robin games. With two teams tied on wins/losses, rank them by the results of their games in the round robin; the winner is placed ahead of the loser. If still tied on wins/losses, by their runs against record in the games among themselves; the st team with the lowe runs against is placed ahead of the others, the team with the second lowest runs against is placed ahead of the others, ., etc until two team in rema and then rank them by the results of their game(s) in the round robin; the winner d is placed ahea of the loser.

(c) If any teams tied by their runs against s record in the game amongst themselves –

(1) two teams – by the results of their games amongst themselves in the round robin games

(2) more than two teams – by their runs against ound record in all the r robin games; the team with the lowest runs against is placed ahead of the others, the team with the second lowest runs against is placed ahead of the others, ., etc until two team remain and then rank ts them by the resul of their game(s) in the round robin; the winner is placed a head of the loser. b. Across Section Round Robins

With two or more teams tied on wins/losses, rank them in order:

1. By their runs against record in all round robin games; the team with the lowest runs against is placed ahead of the others, the team with the second lowest runs against is placed ahead of the others, etc.

2. If any teams still tied on runs against, by random selection; the first team selected is placed ahead of the others.

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package SWIMMING

EVENT:

The NAIG Swimming competition consists of male both male and fe individual events and relay events for 14U (born 2006 & ), later 16U (born 2004 & later) and 19U (born 2001 & later) age categories.

PARTICIPANTS:

Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter: • A maximum of four (4) male swimmers and four (4) female swimmers per each age classification respectively. • An athlete is allowed to compete in a ents maximum of six (6) ev plus three (3) relays.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit: • Rosters 16 athletes and under – 3 staff itory (Each Province, Terr and State may accredit two (2) coaches and one (1) manager. One of the above staff must be of the same gender as the participating team). • Rosters of 17 Athletes and over –4 staff rritory (Each Province, Te and State may accredit three (3) coaches and one (1) manager per female and male teams. One of the above staff must be of the same gender as the participating team).

NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent)

Head Coach/Assistant Coaches Competition Introduction Stream – Swimming 101 Course Trained

USA – All coaches will have completed a – sport specific youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES:

The most recent version of the Federation atation Internationale de N Amateur (FINA) Rules will apply.

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COMPETITION FORMAT:

Swimmers will swim timed finals for the s Men’s and Women’ 800m and 1500m freestyle and all relays. The rest of the events will be gardless heats and finals, re of the number of entries to determine seeding times for finals.

The following events will not be included, vents as well e that have less than 3 participants registered:

Category U14 U16 U19 Gender M F M F M F Free 50m Free 100m Free 200m Free 400m Free 800m Free 1500 Free 4x50 Free 4x100 Back 50m Back 100m Back 200m Breast 50m Breast 100 Breast 200 Fly 50m Fly 100m Fly 200m IM 200m MR 4x50 *X’s indicate events that are not open for registration

Relays: Each Province, Territory and State may enter: • One (1) 4x100M Freestyle relay for each age category • One (1) 4x50M Freestyle relay for each age category • One (1) 4x50M Medley relay for each age category

Relay team members shall be properly entered in at least one (1) individual event.

NOTE: To accommodate the number of participants, swimmers may move up to compete in a higher age class relay team, but they may not compete in the same relay event in two different age categories.

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Only in the case of injury in an age group relay, can teams apply for exception to the above rule.

OFFICIALS:

All officials will be designated and approved by the Host Society. The officials used for the NAIG competition will be as follows: §. 1 referee §. 2 inspectors of turns (one at each end) §. Starter §. Chief Timekeeper §. 2 Timekeepers per lane §. Chief Finish Judge §. Safety Marshall §. Chief Judge Electronics (if applicable) §. 2 judges of stroke §. Clerk of Course (may require 2, if the competition is big enough) §. Marshal §. Recorder-­‐Scorer §. Announcer

FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• This event will run be on a Short Course (25m pool) • The swimmers must supply their own equipment and must comply with FINA rules. • The Host Society must provide a warm up and cool down area for the athletes.

COMPETITION RULES

Any swimmer starting before the starting signal en, has been giv shall be disqualified. If the starting signal sounds before the disqualification ed, is declar the race shall continue and the swimmer or swimmers shall be disqualified tion upon comple of the race. If the disqualification is declared before the starting signal, the signal shall not be given, but the remaining swimmers shall be called back and start again.

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package VOLLEYBALL

EVENTS:

The NAIG Volleyball competition consists of male and female teams 16U for (born 2004 & later) and 19U (born 2001 & later) age categories.

PARTICIPANTS:

Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State may enter a maximum of twelve (12) players per age category per male and female teams.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit s two (2) coache and one (1) manager . per team One of the above staff must be of the same gender as the participating team.

NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent)

Head Coach/Assistant Coaches Competition Introduction -­‐ Volleyball Development Coach – Trained Status

USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

GENERAL RULES:

The most recent version of the Federation International yball de Volle (FIVB) Official Rule Book will apply, unless otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

The competition format will be determined by the number of entries per age category. The host society will make every effort to maximize the number of games each team receives. Each team will play a minimum . three matches

OFFICIALS:

All officials will be designated and approved by the Host Society in consultation with Volleyball Canada and Volleyball Nova Scotia. The match e officials must hav a minimum of a Level two (2) Provincial Badge or higher. All other officials (lines-­‐persons, scorekeepers) must have current Level one (1) Local Badge.

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FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

All equipment shall comply with FIVB rules. The height of the net shall be according to the following information: • Female: 2.24m • Male: 2.43m

The official Ball is the MIKASA MVA200

COMPETITION RULES:

• Rally point scoring will be implemented • A team wins a set (game) by scoring 25 points via rally scoring and with a minimum lead of two (2) points. In 24 the case of a -­‐24 tie, play is continued until a two (2)-­‐point lead is achieved. • All matches in the Round Robin will be a best of three (3) sets. All matches in the ¼ finals and Playoff rounds will be best of The five (5) sets. team wins a match by winning three (3) sets of the five (5), or two (2) ase of the three (3). In c of a 2-­‐2 or a 1-­‐1 tie, the deciding set is played to 15 points with a minimum lead of two (2) points, no cap via rally point scoring. • There will be 15 minutes’ warm-­‐up time allocated on the competition court prior to game time.

Round Robin Ranking To establish the ranking of teams after Preliminary Round, the ranking of the teams will be determined as follows: 1. By the results of matches won and lost (Match Won = 1pt, Match Lost = 0 Pt) 2. If two or more teams are tied after match w/l, ng move to Tie Breaki Procedures

Tie Breaking Procedure If two or more teams, within a pool, are tied at the end of pool play, the following criteria will be applied, in order, until all ties are broken and all tied teams ranked. This means that if there is a tie among teams X, Y & Z and ine criteria b) is able to determ X as first, Y as second and Z as third, then no further criteria is needed. iteria However, if cr b) determines X as first (or third) and there is still a tie between Y & Z, then the ranking of the remaining teams will be determined by proceeding to criteria c) cessary. and so on, if ne Continue through the sequence of criteria DO and NOT start at a) again.

a) The team having the best ratio of won/lost matches, considering matches played between the tied teams, will be ranked higher. b) The team having the best ratio of won/lost sets, considering matches played between the tied teams, will be ranked higher. c) The team having the best ratio of won/lost sets, considering all matches of the round, will be ranked higher. d) The team having the best ratio of points ing for/against, consider matches played between the tied teams, will be ranked higher. 49 | Page 2020 NAIG Sport Technical – Package January 30 2019 FINAL Approved

e) The team having the best ratio of points ing for/against, consider ALL matches played during the round robin, will be ranked higher. f) A coin toss by the tournament director and head official in the presence of team representatives. Note: For criteria (d) (e) and (f) only, after the sequence of (a), (b) and (c) have been followed.

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2020 North American Indigenous Games Sport Technical Package WRESTLING

EVENT: The NAIG restling W competition consists of both male idual and female indiv competition for following age and weight classes. Participants born in 200 1 to 2005 are eligible.

MALE FEMALE 46 KG / 101.4 lbs 46 KG / 101.4 lbs 52 KG/ 114.6 lbs 52 KG / 114.6 lbs 58 KG / 127.9 lbs 58 KG/ 127.9 lbs 66 KG/ 145.5 lbs 64 KG/ 141 lbs 74 KG/ 163.1 lbs 70 KG / 154.3 lbs 80 KG/176.4 lbs 76 KG/167.5 lbs 90 KG/198.4 lbs 82 KG/ 180.8 lbs 100 KG / 220.5 lbs 88 KG/ 194 lbs 115 KG / 253.5 lbs 95 KG/ 209.4 lbs 130 KG / 286.6 lbs 105 KG/ 231.5 lbs

PARTICIPANTS: Athletes: Each Province, Territory and State is allowed ) to enter two (2 male and two (2) female athletes per weight division for each age group.

Coaches: Each Province, Territory and State may accredit: • Rosters 16 athletes and under – 3 staff itory (Each Province, Terr and State may accredit two (2) coaches and one (1) manager ale per Male and Fem teams. One of the above staff must be of the same gender am). as the participating te • Rosters of 17 Athletes and over – 4 staff (Each Province, Territory and State may accredit three (3) coaches and one (1) manager per female and male ms. tea One of the above staff must be of the same gender as the participating team).

NCCP Requirements (All Coaches must have the following coaching certifications or equivalent)

Head Coach Competition Introduction Stream -­‐ Wrestling Canada Lutte Competition-­‐Introduction Part 1 USA – All coaches will have completed a sport specific – youth or community – coach certification course recognized in their state.

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The most recent version of the United WW) World Wrestling (U rules will apply, unless otherwise stated in this package.

COMPETITION FORMAT:

Following the weigh in, there will be a eting coaches/technical me to determine the draw.

Minimum number of two (2) participants for a weight category for that weight class to run.

Round Robin Format Athletes will be initially divided by region and “weight line” to create the most meaningful competition.

Based on the number of participants, the round robin format will be broken up into "pools". The final placements in the round robin mine pools will deter the pairings for the final matches. Pools will be wrestled Day 1 and all Final placement matches will be wrestled Day 2.

2 registrants in weight class: Athletes will wrestle best 2 out of 3 against each other.

3-­‐5 registrants in weight class: Athletes yone will wrestle ever in the weight class and final standings will be determined by round robin criteria. 6-­‐10 registrants in weight class: Athletes will be put into 2 pools and wrestle round robin within the pool. Final placements in the pools will determine the cross over st match ups for 1 -­‐2nd match, rd 3 -­‐4th match, th 5 -­‐6th match th and 7 -­‐8th match.

11-­‐15 registrants in weight class: Athletes will be put into 3 pools and wrestle round robin within the pool. Final placements in the pool will determine the cross over pools. Same as above but instead of final matches there will be final pools. Pool A st is for 1 -­‐3rd, Pool B th is for 4 -­‐ 6th, Pool C th is for 7 -­‐9th etc.

The UWW wrestling rules will govern the round robin format. Round Robin placements will be decided by head to head wins. In a case , where there is a tie the classification points (below) will be used to determine tie breakers for the round robin placements.

UWW Article 42 – Classification Points The classification points awarded to a wrestler shall determine his final ranking.

5 points for the winner and 0 for the loser: -­‐ Victory by fall (with or without technical point for the loser) (VFA 5:0) -­‐ Injury (VIN 5:0) o If an athlete is injured before or during a bout and the injury is certified by the tournament Doctor -­‐ 3 cautions during the bout (VCA 5:0) Forfeit (VFO 5:0) –If an athlete doesn’t show up on the mat -­‐ Disqualification (DSQ 5:0) –If an athlete is disqualified before or during the bout in case of unfair behavior

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4 points for the winner and 1 point for the loser (VSU1 4:1): -­‐ Victory by technical superiority during the bout with loser scoring technical points.

3 points for the winner and 0 for -­‐ the loser (VPO 3:0): When the wrestler wins at the end of two periods by 1 to 9 points in Freestyle with the loser scoring no point.

3 points for the winner and 1 point for the loser (VPO1 3:1): -­‐ When the bout ends by a victory by points at the end of the regular time and the loser scoring one or several technical points.

0 point for the red wrestler and 0 stler point for the blue wre (2DSQ 0): 0: -­‐ In case both wrestlers have been disqualified due to infraction ules. to the r

OFFICIALS:

All officials will be designated and approved by the Canadian Amateur Wrestling Officials Association (CAWOA) in conjunction with the Host Society.

FIELD OF PLAY / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

The wrestler must supply her/his own equipment and must comply with UWW the rules. Athletes must appear on the edge of UWW the mat wearing a approved one-­‐piece singlet of the colour assigned to them (red or blue). Team oloured c singlets will be allowed at the North American Indigenous Games. In the circumstance ts that team single are worn, he t referee will be responsible for determining which wrestler shall be “red” or “blue” when the wrestlers step onto the mat. Provinces/Territories/States are encouraged to include their crest on the front of the singlet and the team acronym on the ew back (i.e., NB for N Brunswick, etc.).

Wrestling shoes must be free of buckles, metal ridges and tape, and is a handkerchief to be tucked inside the singlet for blood. Headgear is optional.

COMPETITION RULES: Weigh in will be the morning of the first day of competition. The NAIG competition will have only one (1) weigh-­‐in session.

All regions may have two participants gender per per wei ght class.

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